As soon as the weather is fine in spring, you can access the route. However, the passes may still be snow-covered. The busiest period is between 15 July and 15 August. Accommodation will be more difficult during this period. From September-October, the fine late summer days are ideal for discovering the Hauts Plateaux in the beautiful light.

For quicker access to the wide open spaces of the Hauts Plateaux and to enjoy the Nature Reserve, you can set off directly from Corrençon. If you want to enjoy a magnificent view of Grenoble, take the first part of the GTV (Grande traversée du Vercors).

On the first part of the route (Saint-Nizier-du-Moucherotte to Corrençon en Vercors), you can sleep in gîtes and accommodation in the villages (Lans en Vercors, Villard de Lans and Corrençon en Vercors). You can also bivouac on this section. On the second part of the crossing (Corrençon en Vercors to Châtillon en Diois), you will be completely self-sufficient, with the option of staying in the unguarded huts on the plateau. It is also possible to pitch a tent and bivouac for the night; please respect the bivouac instructions. Here is the list of unguarded huts: https: //montourenvercors.com/organisez-votre-sejour/cabanes-et-sources/

Are there any water points? 💧

Water is a very rare resource in the Vercors. Before setting off on the traverse, make sure you take enough water with you. Many springs, even those shown on the maps, have actually dried up. List of water sources and their flow rates: https: //www.parc-du-vercors.fr/info-sources

What to do about patous (sheepdogs)? 🐕

Patous may be present on your walk. They are there to protect their herds from any outside attack. Make sure you remain calm and adopt the recommended gestures when faced with these animals: signal your arrival, keep a safe distance, accept confrontation, don’t be aggressive and don’t run away.

As soon as the weather is fine in spring, you can access the route. However, the passes may still be snow-covered. The busiest period is between 15 July and 15 August. Accommodation will be more difficult during this period. From September-October, the fine late summer days are ideal for discovering the Hauts Plateaux in the beautiful light.

For quicker access to the wide open spaces of the Hauts Plateaux and to enjoy the Nature Reserve, you can set off directly from Corrençon. If you want to enjoy a magnificent view of Grenoble, take the first part of the GTV (Grande traversée du Vercors).

On the first part of the route (Saint-Nizier-du-Moucherotte to Corrençon en Vercors), you can sleep in gîtes and accommodation in the villages (Lans en Vercors, Villard de Lans and Corrençon en Vercors). You can also bivouac on this section. On the second part of the crossing (Corrençon en Vercors to Châtillon en Diois), you will be completely self-sufficient, with the option of staying in the unguarded huts on the plateau. It is also possible to pitch a tent and bivouac for the night; please respect the bivouac instructions. Here is the list of unguarded huts: https: //montourenvercors.com/organisez-votre-sejour/cabanes-et-sources/

Are there any water points? 💧

Water is a very rare resource in the Vercors. Before setting off on the traverse, make sure you take enough water with you. Many springs, even those shown on the maps, have actually dried up. List of water sources and their flow rates: https: //www.parc-du-vercors.fr/info-sources

What to do about patous (sheepdogs)? 🐕

Patous may be present on your walk. They are there to protect their herds from any outside attack. Make sure you remain calm and adopt the recommended gestures when faced with these animals: signal your arrival, keep a safe distance, accept confrontation, don’t be aggressive and don’t run away.

Overnight in a hut | Villard de Lans / Corrençon en Vercors Tourist Office

If you’re looking for a great adventure or a sheltered night’s sleep on your itinerant trek, there’s nothing better than a night in a hut.

Sleeping under the stars or in a tent is great, but you have to admit that a night with a roof over your head isn’t bad either. A hut is a place where you can share your surroundings and experience unique moments. There are more than 20 in the Vercors!

A night in a hut

The special thing about the cabins in the Vercors Park is that they are unguarded. So what does that mean?

Well, these huts don’t have a warden, but are designed to welcome the public. They are rather basic but well maintained. A table and sleeping areas are often provided (please note that there are no mattresses on site).

They cannot be made private or reserved for a group. As long as there’s room, we’ll help ourselves! These are collective shelters, open to all.

However, it is important for everyone to show great respect for the site.

These huts are regularly maintained by various local people. Please respect their work and, if possible, lend a hand.

Please also respect the flora and fauna around you. Be careful not to make too much noise.

Where are the cabins?

To findall the unguarded cabins and information on their condition, please visit the collaborative site below:

All the cabins

A night in a hut

A night in a hut

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